Thomas (Toby) Bright – Summary Suspension Reversed (Board of Registration)
Attorney Toby Bright obtained a reversal of a Licensed Mental Health Counselor’s summary suspension. The Hearings Officer found that evidence did not establish an immediate threat to the public.
Donna M. Marcin & Sean P. Carroll – Jury Verdict for Physician Assistant
Attorneys Donna M. Marcin and Sean P. Carroll secured a defense verdict on behalf of a Physician Assistant. They successfully argued that the care provided complied with the standard of care and the death was not foreseeable.
Clare F. Carroll and John P. Puleo – Jury Verdict in Wrongful Death Nurse Case
Attorneys Carroll and Puleo secured a defense verdict on behalf of a nurse. They demonstrated her care and treatment of the patient was appropriate regarding morphine management.
Robert R. Hamel, Jr. – Medical Staff Suspension Upheld After Appeal
Attorney Bob Hamel represented a hospital in a medical staff hearing process where a physician challenged an indefinite suspension. Attorney Hamel successfully represented the Medical Executive Committee.
John P. Puleo – Medical License Revocation Vacated by SJC
Mr. Puleo successfully appealed a decision of the Board of Registration in Medicine. The Supreme Judicial Court vacated the Board’s revocation decision.
Megan E. Kures – Jury Verdict for Defense (Nurse Fall Risk Case)
Alleged failure to appropriately assess patient’s fall risk. The defense presented expert evidence on the importance of individualized assessment and nursing judgment. The jury returned a defense verdict.
Megan E. Kures – Jury Verdict for Defense (Medical Device Case)
Alleged failure to remove components of infected medical device. The defense presented evidence concerning underlying medical conditions and the jury returned a verdict for the defendant surgeon.